RN Clinical Director Hospice
About The Position
Frontier Hospice is seeking a Registered Nurse with strong clinical knowledge and supervisory experience to lead a team of clinicians as Clinical Director. The role leads an interdisciplinary team of RNs, aides, social workers, and chaplains, working closely with the Program Director, Hospice Physician, and Community Liaisons. The Clinical Director oversees office operations, supports growth in patient numbers, and ensures compliance with Federal, State, ACHC, and Frontier guidelines. The position coordinates patient services in accordance with hospice policies, supports and develops clinical staff, monitors records and care quality, contributes to staff training, evaluates performance, and leads interdisciplinary meetings to refine patient and family care plans. Frontier Hospice describes itself as a mission-driven, patient-centered provider focused on supporting patients and loved ones with dignity, comfort, and compassion.
Requirements
- Registered Nurse with a current state license to practice as a professional nurse in the state where the office is located.
- At least 3 years of nursing experience, including 1 year of full-time direct patient care experience in hospice, home health, or oncology.
- Demonstrated ability to manage terminal care, including crisis intervention, pain and symptom control, clinical bedside nursing, and family counseling.
- Demonstrated ability to take a supportive and sensitive approach to staff and patient/family needs.
- Computer proficiency in typing and various programs, including experience with electronic medical records (EMR).
- Current CPR certification if required by the state.
- Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to dependable transportation.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in nursing or health care.
- 1 year of supervisory experience in hospice or home health care.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and oversee patient services to ensure alignment with established hospice program policies.
- Guide and support the clinical team and foster continuous improvement in hospice care services.
- Conduct chart audits and oversee medical record maintenance for compliance with regulations, certification standards, and ethical care benchmarks.
- Participate in developing orientation and in-service training for nursing and clinical staff.
- Evaluate clinical staff performance during probationary periods and annually, providing teaching and counseling to improve service delivery.
- Lead interdisciplinary team meetings to refine patient and family care plans, exchange insights, resolve challenges, and encourage professional collaboration.
- Oversee office excellence, support growth in patient numbers, and ensure adherence to Federal, State, ACHC, and Frontier guidelines.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Career Path Program supporting internal growth, advancement, and increased pay.
- 15 days of paid time off and 10 holidays.
- Tuition reimbursement and certification assistance.
- Wellness and discount programs.
- Cell phone, mileage, and gym membership reimbursement.
- Company-matching 401(k).
- Hands-on clinical onboarding program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
